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THE development of Gladstone didn't really take off until 1893 when a meatworks was established at Parsons Point. It became the mainstay of the city and generations of residents relied on gaining employment there until it closed in 1962. The town relied on employment at the meatworks and many generations of Gladstone residents worked there. Source: www.couriermail.com.au/news/queensland/gladstone/beef-pro...

17 MAR LOCAL HISTORY WITH BETTY LAVER – THE BLUE BELL HOTEL Posted at 07:00h in Art & Culture, Lifestyle by News 0 Comments The Bluebell Hotel c1930’s Walter and Robert Cowan came to the Gladstone area around 1859. Walter went into the hotel trade while Robert was more interested in life on the land and initially worked for Robert Bell at Stowe, Calliope. The Blue Bell Hotel was built on the corner of Yarroon Street and China Lane (now Central Lane) and Walter and Sarah Cowan ran this hotel until 1892. It was called the Blue Bell Hotel until 1950 when it was changed to the Ocean View Hotel and in 1999 it became the Port Curtis Hotel. It has since had more name changes. Source: gladstonenews.com.au/local-history-with-betty-laver-the-p...

The prominent and distinctive peak of Mount Larcom is visible to the north-west from most points in Gladstone, with its summit 632 metres above sea level. Matthew Flinders noted it when he explored Port Curtis, naming it after Captain Larcom under whom he had served. Because of its profile, it is often call "The Lion Mountain", resembling a lion and lioness facing each other. The prominent landmark provides a good ascent of two hours or so. The reward is a 360-degree view of the Gladstone area, rural lands and the harbour. On a clear day, you will see reef islands to the east and Rockhampton northwards. Mt Larcom is of volcanic origin, and your walk takes you through light eucalypt forest and grass trees. Source: www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b26...